WeVenture - Pre-commercialisation
WeVenture: Pre-Commercialisation supports women researchers and early-stage teams to develop research-driven ideas into credible venture opportunities.
What is it?
WeVenture: Pre‑Commercialisation supports women researchers and early‑stage teams to develop research‑driven ideas into credible venture opportunities.
Designed for those with a clear idea for commercialisation, this intensive programme is delivered through a structured blend of workshops, expert mentorship and peer learning to build real‑world venture capability.
Participants gain the tools, insights and confidence needed to assess commercial potential, refine their proposition and plan practical next steps, with the programme providing a strong pathway toward accelerators, investment and advanced commercialisation supports.
WeVenture is delivered through the Alinea Framework
Who is it for?
This programme is open to:
- Teams of up to four people, with at least one woman researcher as founder or co-founder
- Team members are at the following career stages: Postgraduate Researcher, Master’s Doctoral Researcher, Postdoctoral Researcher, Research Fellow, Research Associate, Research Scientist, Senior Researcher, Principal Investigator, Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, Professor, Research Director, Head of Research levels
- From any sector or discipline
- With a research-based idea for commercialisation
- Affiliated with a regional college, research center, or university
- Located on the island of Ireland
Applicants are expected to commit to full participation in programme activities over the duration of the programme.
Applicants may apply to one WeVenture programme at a time and should choose the option that best reflects their current needs and goals.
InterTradeIreland reserves the right to apply additional assessment criteria to the WeVenture Programme. Management decisions are final in these matters.
Applicants involved in activities associated with gambling, significant health risks, immoral activity, or any activity that could negatively impact the reputation of InterTradeIreland will not be supported.
Why choose WeVenture: Pre-Commercialisation
What can you expect to achieve:
- Build a clear pathway from research idea to credible commercial opportunity.
- Develop skills in market validation, business modelling and venture planning.
- Strengthen your ability to assess technical feasibility and commercial viability.
- Gain confidence in communicating your idea, including pitching to different audiences.
- Progress towards investment readiness and next stage commercialisation supports.
Key Information
How to apply
Applications are now open for WeVenture: Pre-Commercialisation and will close 9th July 2026